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Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury was a British singer, songwriter and record producer, best known as the lead vocalist and songwriter of the rock band Queen.

  • Madame Tussauds, Music
Freddie Mercury's wax figure at Madame Tussauds Blackpool

Famous Facts...

  • As a performer, he was known for his flamboyant stage persona and powerful vocals over a four-octave range
  • As a songwriter, he composed many hits for Queen, including "Bohemian Rhapsody," "Killer Queen," "Somebody to Love," "Don't Stop Me Now," "Crazy Little Thing Called Love," and "We Are the Champions"
  • In 2008, Rolling Stone editors ranked him number 18 on their list of the 100 greatest singers ever
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